If you enjoy hot and sour soup and egg drop soup, I highly recommend trying this unique combination of the two- Hot and Sour Chicken Soup. I recently returned from a trip to Pakistan, where I enjoyed the hot and sour chicken soup served at nearly every meal. The Pakistani chicken corn soup resembles the …
Today, I blend Cantonese and Sichuan seasoning to create a distinct flavor for the traditional green beans and chicken stir-fry. This dish is a family favorite that we prepare frequently. It always turns out amazing, and we all enjoy it. That’s why I’m excited to share this recipe with you. This dish requires only two …
Shrimp and broccoli stir-fry is my family’s favorite dish for lunch and dinner. It’s a simple yet delicious recipe that I can’t resist sharing. All you need is a head of broccoli, some medium-sized shrimp, and Chinese seasonings that you might already have in your kitchen pantry. The resulting dish is flavorful and nutritious, perfect …
I have always wanted to write a recipe for Chinese stir-fried squid with black bean sauce, an interesting home-cooked Cantonese dish. There is an intriguing story behind this dish. In Cantonese, it is known as ‘chow-yau-yu,’ 炒魷魚, which has taken on a negative connotation of being fired by one’s employer. It is unclear why this …
I love making Asian pork meatballs because they are so easy to make and delicious. When I say “Asian style,” I am not referring to any specific Asian country’s recipe. Instead, This recipe is developed based on my preference and does not replicate any existing recipe. However, the recipe will be Chinese-style since I mostly …
Have you ever tried cooking tofu with black bean sauce? It may sound unusual to anyone who does not cook Asian food often, but it is a classic everyday home dish for the Chinese, especially among the Cantonese. Black bean sauce is not just raw black beans ground into a sauce. It is a paste …
Try this Chinese garlic shrimp recipe for an easy and delicious shrimp dish. Garlic is a popular ingredient in Chinese seafood dishes, and it pairs perfectly with shrimp. This pan-fried recipe is an excellent example of that combination. If you follow this recipe, you can expect to achieve the same taste as you would in …
I was born in Hong Kong and grew up in Malaysia, giving me a fondness for Hong Kong-style cuisine. I appreciate how it blends Western cooking methods and ingredients with everyday cooking. One recipe that stands out is pan-fried pork chops, a staple for home cooks, cafes, and eateries throughout the bustling city. This recipe …
I have hesitated to share my bitter gourd with eggs stir-fry recipe as I am unsure if it will be well-received. Reason? Some people, especially children, may find bitter gourd unappealing due to its bitter flavor. I didn’t enjoy it when I was younger, but as I tried more diverse flavors and dishes as an …
Due to its simplicity, Chinese steamed egg is a Cantonese home-cooked dish that might not be featured on some Chinese restaurant menus. However, this ultimate steamed egg recipe has a burst of flavor you will never anticipate. My mother frequently prepared steamed eggs for my family during my teenage years. However, since I left my …